Events
THAT'S AMORE FESTA FUNDRAISER - NIGHT 1
Friday August 22nd
Alfie Zappacosta hosted by Mark Connolly!
Alfie Zappacosta is a Juno and American Music Award winning musician whose songs have been heard around the world! His track “Overload” was featured on the hit film, Dirty Dancing!
Mark Connolly is the voice of Edmonton! He has a 37 year career in broadcasting, and is the host of Edmonton AM, CBC Radio's morning show. Before that, he was an acclaimed sportscaster, having covered seven Olympic games!
Cafe Amore is throwing the That's Amore Festa Fundraiser to support THE MAN VAN® by The Prostate Cancer Centre in their journey to prevent prostate cancer. A portion of the ticket sales go towards this incredible cause. Call Cristo at 780-477-7896 to book your spot and put the FUN in fundraiser!
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Annual That's Amore Festa Fundraiser for THE MAN VAN®
Friday August 22nd
Runs until Sunday, August 31st, 2025
That's Amore Festa is Back!
Join us August 22nd - August 31st for the 2nd Annual That's Amore Festa Fundraiser in support of THE MAN VAN® - Canada's first mobile men's health clinic offering free blood tests for the early detection of prostate cancer, an effort near and dear to our hearts. Enjoy and a buffet extravaganza from antipasti to dessert and everything in between, a multitude of musical entertainment, and local celebrity hosts EVERY NIGHT! Call Cristo at 780-477-7896 to reserve your spot! Tickets are $140, and a portion of all proceeds go THE MAN VAN® from the Prostate Cancer Centre.
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
THAT'S AMORE FESTA FUNDRAISER - NIGHT 2
Saturday August 23rd
Alfie Zappacosta hosted by Shaye Ganam!Alfie is back again for the second of FOUR performances! Catch his chart-topping hits two nights in a row!
Shaye Ganam is the host of Shaye Ganam, a province-wide talk show on 880 CHED and 770 CHQR. Prior to radio, Shaye was an integral part of Global Edmonton's news team, co-hosting Morning News on Global Edmonton, and anchoring Noon News hour. There are two main passions in his life outside the studio. He’s a classical guitarist, and taught guitar for many years while in college. And he loves hockey; he’s played all his life, and now coaches his son’s team!
Cafe Amore is throwing the That's Amore Festa Fundraiser to support THE MAN VAN® by The Prostate Cancer Centre in their journey to prevent prostate cancer. A portion of the ticket sales go towards this incredible cause. Call Cristo at 780-477-7896 to book your spot and put the FUN in fundraiser!
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
THAT'S AMORE FESTA FUNDRAISER - NIGHT 3
Sunday August 24th
THE FRANK IMBROGNO SHOW!
Frank Imbrogno is a comedian, actor, musician, restaurateur, teacher, sports coach... there’s nothing this man can’t do! He’ll even host himself in The Frank Imbrogno Show, featuring Edmonton celebs and special guests in a no-holds-barred talk show! Get ready for an evening of mayhem with award-winning musician Sandro Dominelli, Edmonton Oiler's host Gene Principe and more!
Cafe Amore is throwing the That's Amore Festa Fundraiser to support THE MAN VAN® by The Prostate Cancer Centre in their journey to prevent prostate cancer. A portion of the ticket sales go towards this incredible cause. Call Cristo at 780-477-7896 to book your spot and put the FUN in fundraiser!
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
THAT'S AMORE FESTA FUNDRAISER - NIGHT 4
Monday August 25th
Jaedyn's Tributes hosted by Tracie Gray!
Get ready to Rave On with Jaedyn Pilon as Buddy Holly! Jaedyn Pilon is a multi-award-winning tribute artist who brings to life the legendary music of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and Buddy Holly. Known for his high-energy performances and authentic delivery, Jaedyn transports audiences back to the golden age of Rock ‘n’ Roll.
Tracie Gray's voice has been broadcast over Radio and TV's airwaves, in commercials, and live on-air for decades. Her voice has literally been heard from the heavens, reporting way up high in the Global One Traffic Helicopter!
Cafe Amore is throwing the That's Amore Festa Fundraiser to support THE MAN VAN® by The Prostate Cancer Centre in their journey to prevent prostate cancer. A portion of the ticket sales go towards this incredible cause. Call Cristo at 780-477-7896 to book your spot and put the FUN in fundraiser!
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
THAT'S AMORE FESTA FUNDRAISER - NIGHT 5
Tuesday August 26th
The Leesila Dawkins Trio hosted by Caley Suliak
Leesila is an active supporter and performer in Edmonton's live music scene, and a passionate music teacher with Edmonton Public Schools. Her smooth and sultry style exudes elegance and intimacy!
Caley Suliak is an award-winning performer and writer, and part of the acclaimed local sketch comedy group, Girl Brain! Her comedic and theatrical career has taken her to England and across North America. Catch her Monday nights at The Varscona Theatre performing in Die-Nasty: The Live Improvised Soap Opera!
Cafe Amore is throwing the That's Amore Festa Fundraiser to support THE MAN VAN® by The Prostate Cancer Centre in their journey to prevent prostate cancer. A portion of the ticket sales go towards this incredible cause. Call Cristo at 780-477-7896 to book your spot and put the FUN in fundraiser!
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
THAT'S AMORE FESTA FUNDRAISER - NIGHT 6
Wednesday August 27th
Jaedyn's Tributes hosted by Kevin O'Connell!
Join Jaedyn again as we Walk The Line with a Johnny Cash tribute! You don't have to go to Jackson to have a good time!
Kevin O'Connell delivered the Global Edmonton weather forecast on Global News Morning, and Global News Hour at 6pm and 11pm on weekends. Kevin is involved with community organizations such as SCARS and his interest in music and theatre keeps him busy with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and local musical theatre and drama groups. He also conducts the Edmonton Police Service Chorus!
Cafe Amore is throwing the That's Amore Festa Fundraiser to support THE MAN VAN® by The Prostate Cancer Centre in their journey to prevent prostate cancer. A portion of the ticket sales go towards this incredible cause.Call Cristo at 780-477-7896 to book your spot and put the FUN in fundraiser!
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
THAT'S AMORE FESTA FUNDRAISER - NIGHT 7
Thursday August 28th
Michelle Ponich hosted by Lesley MacDonald!
Michelle Ponich is a trained actress, singer and dancer who has performed around the world! She’s been featured in Edify Edmonton’s Top 40 Under 40 for her philanthropic work with the Edmonton Down Syndrome Society, and her velvety voice and jazz classics will take you to a time of days gone by!
Lesley MacDonald is the founder, producer and host of the Global Woman of Vision Television program, a 24-year national award-winning series that celebrates the accomplishments of inspirational women in the Edmonton area. She also writes a blog for Avenue Edmonton Magazine. She has been voted the city’s favourite female news anchor in several surveys, and is the recipient of too many awards to name!
Cafe Amore is throwing the That's Amore Festa Fundraiser to support THE MAN VAN® by The Prostate Cancer Centre in their journey to prevent prostate cancer. A portion of the ticket sales go towards this incredible cause. Call Cristo at 780-477-7896 to book your spot and put the FUN in fundraiser!
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
THAT'S AMORE FESTA FUNDRAISER - NIGHT 8
Friday August 29th
Alfie Zappacosta hosted by Tracie Gray
JUNO and American Music Award winner Alfie Zappacosta is back, and so is Tracie Gray as your fabulous host.
Make sure to enjoy the incredible buffet and get some raffle tickets for a chance to win a swanky gift package from The Prostate Cancer Centre!
Cafe Amore is throwing the That's Amore Festa Fundraiser to support THE MAN VAN® by The Prostate Cancer Centre in their journey to prevent prostate cancer. A portion of the ticket sales go towards this incredible cause. Call Cristo at 780-477-7896 to book your spot and put the FUN in fundraiser!
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
THAT'S AMORE FESTA FUNDRAISER - NIGHT 9
Saturday August 30th
Alfie Zappacosta hosted by Carole Anne Devaney!
It's Alfie's final night at Cafe Amore - don't miss this last chance for an intimate performance by one of Canada's biggest music stars!
Carole Anne Devaney is the co-anchor of Global News at 5 and Global News Hour at 6 for Global Edmonton. Some of her career highlights include interviewing soccer superstar Christine Sinclair and introducing talk-show star Oprah Winfrey during her visit in 2013 in front of a sold-out crowd at Rexall Place. Carole Anne has served as a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton and supports several causes including the Give Me Shelter campaign, Read in Week, Kids With Cancer Society and the Edmonton Burn Treatment Society. She also helped establish the annual Global News Wardrobe Sale that benefits local charities, including the Terra Centre for teen parents.
Cafe Amore is throwing the That's Amore Festa Fundraiser to support THE MAN VAN® by The Prostate Cancer Centre in their journey to prevent prostate cancer. A portion of the ticket sales go towards this incredible cause. Call Cristo at 780-477-7896 to book your spot and put the FUN in fundraiser!
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
THAT'S AMORE FESTA FUNDRAISER - FINAL NIGHT
Sunday August 31st
Jaedyn's Tributes hosted by Danny Hooper!
Put on your Blue Suede Shoes for the FINAL NIGHT of That's Amore Festa! Jaedyn will be getting us All Shook Up with his award-winning Elvis Presley performance as we say arrivederci to the festival until next year.
Danny Hooper has logged more than 40,000 hours behind a microphone as a professional Master of Ceremonies, Certified Fundraising Auctioneer, Comedian, Award-winning Radio Personality, Television Host, Brand Ambassador, Podcaster, and Recording Artist, he still appears at up to 100 events each year.
A magnetic personality, off-beat sense of humor, and razor-sharp wit are the main ingedients in Danny's "secret sauce". His experience onstage as a multi-platform performer is unequaled, his credentials unassailable.
Cafe Amore is throwing the That's Amore Festa Fundraiser to support THE MAN VAN® by The Prostate Cancer Centre in their journey to prevent prostate cancer. A portion of the ticket sales go towards this incredible cause. Call Cristo at 780-477-7896 to book your spot and put the FUN in fundraiser!
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM